Embedded Avionics

FAA Tasks Intelsat with Navigation Satellite WAAS Payload

The FAA has awarded Intelsat, along with a team of other companies, a new task order to develop and operate a satellite payload to aid aircraft navigation without dependence on ground-based infrastructure, particularly precision…

Commercial

Aerkomm Partners with Airbus, Others on Connectivity

In-flight entertainment provider Aerkomm has expanded its global network of connectivity partners to include Airbus, Republic Engineers Maldives, Onurair, Air Malta and Global Eagle. With Airbus, Aerkomm has signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a Ka-band…

Military

New DOD Hire Will Oversee F-35 Software Upgrades

The U.S. Defense Department (DOD) has created a new position to oversee its future software strategy, including key elements of F-35 aircraft system upgrades. Jeff Boleng, a former U.S. Air Force cyber…

Commercial

Boeing, BAE, Rolls-Royce Invest in Hypersonic Propulsion

Boeing has invested in U.K.-based Reaction Engines, whose technology the company says will contribute to the next generation of hypersonic flight and space access vehicles. Boeing’s HorizonX Ventures investment subsidiary participated in the…

Embedded Avionics

Honeywell, Ball Target U.S. Customers With New Optical Data Links

Honeywell is collaborating with Ball Aerospace to develop and produce optical communication data links that enable satellite operators to deliver high-capacity connectivity. Together, the two companies will establish volume production of optical…

Military

DOD Considering Joint Office on Artificial Intelligence

The U.S. Defense Department (DOD), which is trying to improve the military's artificial intelligence capabilities, is considering setting up a joint office focused on just that. “We would we concentrate all of DOD’s…

Connectivity

Airline IFC Must Evolve to Meet Customer Demands

The world of in-flight connectivity (IFC) is entering a new era as airlines and suppliers prepare to grapple with fresh customer demands. David Bartlett, CTO of Panasonic Avionics, told the Passenger Experience Conference…